David Howard: Fueling Frisco’s Entrepreneurial Spirit One Business at a Time

 

In the heart of North Texas, where innovation meets community, David Howard has become a name that stands for more than mentorship it stands for movement. Widely known as David Howard Frisco, he has quietly built one of the most impactful support networks for small business owners in the region. From solo entrepreneurs launching side hustles to new founders navigating their first funding round, David has become the go-to guide for turning ambition into action.

At 48, David is the founder of DAVID HOWARD Arest, a mentorship program grounded in five principles: Aspire, Rise, Empower, Succeed, Thrive. Since 2020, this initiative has helped dozens of local entrepreneurs build confidence, clarity, and real companies all without the fluff, gatekeeping, or overwhelm that so often comes with startup advice.

A Mission That Began with One Move

When David moved to Frisco in January 2016, he wasn’t just relocating he was reinventing. A seasoned B2B sales leader and systems builder with a background in SaaS, real estate, and growth consulting, David had already spent more than a decade helping startups scale. But something about Frisco drew him in deeper.

“I saw a city with raw entrepreneurial energy,” he says. “There were people with big dreams but no playbook. I knew I could help fill that gap.”

In time, his relocation came to be known among his mentees as “David Howard January” a local inside joke that now marks a turning point in the city’s small business culture.

From Idea to Action: Launching DAVID HOWARD Arest

By January 2020, David formalized what had started as casual coffee chats into a structured mentorship platform. DAVID HOWARD Arest was born not as a course, not as a consultancy, but as a community-driven coaching model designed for accessibility and real impact.

Each month, David hosts in-person workshops, free to attend and packed with real-world advice. No jargon. No upsells. Just the essentials: how to plan, fund, market, and manage a business in Frisco today.

His mentees range from stay-at-home parents launching Etsy shops to corporate professionals transitioning into full-time consulting. David meets each one where they are, helping them move from stuck to strategic.

High-Touch Mentorship with Tangible Results

The success of David Howard Frisco as a personal brand stems from how deeply David commits to each founder he works with. You’ll often find him seated with mentees at local cafés or sketching go-to-market plans in the corners of the Frisco Public Library.

In January 2025, David hosted a standing-room-only workshop at Frisco Square, focused on helping early-stage business owners use social media to drive actual revenue not just likes. For many attendees, it was their first exposure to actionable, ROI-driven marketing strategy.

“He simplifies the complex,” said one participant. “It’s not just theory it’s step-by-step direction that I can apply that same day.”

Some of the most requested topics in his workshops include:

  • Crafting investor-ready business plans

  • Starting a business on a tight budget

  • Creating loyal, repeat customers

  • Running lean marketing campaigns

  • Hiring and outsourcing smart

Championing Equity and Access in Entrepreneurship

David doesn’t just mentor he builds infrastructure. One of the most impactful elements of DAVID HOWARD Arest is its partnership with the city of Frisco to fund grants for underrepresented entrepreneurs.

These microgrants help minority- and women-owned businesses secure licenses, buy equipment, and launch with less risk.

“Inclusive entrepreneurship isn’t a talking point it’s a growth strategy,” David says. “Frisco is stronger when every builder has a path forward.”

That belief earned him the Frisco Community Impact Award in January 2024, a recognition of his service, leadership, and tangible contributions to economic development in the region.

Digital Expansion: Making Mentorship More Accessible

As demand for his program has grown, so has David’s vision. In January 2026, he’ll launch Arest Digital, a robust online version of his mentorship model designed to reach even more founders across North Texas.

The platform will include:

  • Self-guided startup courses

  • Downloadable templates and pitch decks

  • Virtual mentor matchmaking

  • An online community forum for peer advice and accountability

“Not everyone can show up at 6:00 p.m. on a Tuesday,” David says. “But they still deserve mentorship. This digital expansion lets us scale connection without losing quality.”

The platform is being co-developed with a team of local developers, advisors, and former mentees who understand what makes Arest unique and what founders really need.

Why “David Howard Frisco” Is More Than a Name

Walk into any coworking space, coffee shop, or Chamber event in Frisco, and you’re likely to hear someone mention “David Howard Frisco” not just as a person, but as a symbol of possibility.

To the community, that name means:

  • Advice without ego

  • Support without strings

  • Growth without gatekeeping

David doesn’t position himself as a guruhe positions himself as a partner. A fellow builder. Someone who knows what it’s like to pitch, fail, pivot, and grow.

“He taught me how to own my business and not just survive it,” said one founder, who now employs five people and serves clients across the region.

Upcoming Opportunity: January 2025 Arest Workshop

📅 Date: Late January 2025
📍 Location: Frisco Public Library
💡 Topic: Financial Planning for Startups
🔗 RSVP: DavidHowardFriscoMentor.com

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Final Thought: The Future of Frisco Starts With Founders

David Howard’s mentorship isn’t just about business it’s about legacy. It’s about showing the people of Frisco that entrepreneurship is within reach and that their ideas deserve to exist.

With every workshop, every one-on-one, and every “I believe in you,” David is shaping a more empowered, inclusive, and resilient small business community.

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